Apartment decorating used to be challenging. Renting and living in a small space has some restrictions, but with a glass-half-full attitude, you can easily turn challenges into opportunities. Boring white walls can become a canvas for creativity and transform your apartment. When Christina (@copenhagenapartment), a TikTok creator with a passion for unique edits, found herself in a similar situation, she opted for a creative solution. Like many renters, the kitchen in her Copenhagen apartment was white and drab. Desiring something more stylish, she turned to printed wallpaper to hack her kitchen.

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Peel-and-stick wallpaper

lets renters easily

transform white walls

without causing damage

White apartment kitchens

can become cozy

bungalows with creative

removable updates

Wood-print contact paper

adds texture and warmth

to plain kitchen

cabinet surfaces

Classic prints and

nostalgic touches personalize

renter spaces with

minimal effort

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Transforming her kitchen into a cozy bungalow wasn’t as difficult as you may think. Using the crisp white backdrop as a starting point, it’s easy to envision something new. Bringing it to life is also much easier today thanks to renter-friendly hacks like peel-and-stick tools. Whether wallpaper, tiles, contact paper, or vinyl, peel-and-stick options have allowed renters to modify their space without demolition. For Christina, the tools proved to be perfect for creating a warm and inviting kitchen.

@imchristinawonsbeck

Replying to @Kim she’s a new person 🤎✨ #rentersfriendly #kitchenmakeover #budgetfriendlydecor #peelandstick #rentershack

♬ A Sunday Kind Of Love – Etta James

How She Did It

Like any remodeling project, Christina’s began with a vision and a plan. Her kitchen featured white cabinets, walls, backsplash, and countertops. However, this worked in her favor. With a completely white background, it was easy to see how the prints would work in the space. The plan was to have a warm kitchen with a rustic English country feel. To do this, she opted to use two printed wallpapers. The first option was a wood print to add an element of texture to the kitchen’s cabinets. After covering the top and bottom doors, she then used the wood-printed contact paper to cover the open shelves above the stove.

The next step was to bring warmth. Instead of using a sunny color, she decided to use a rustic, printed peel-and-stick wallpaper. The design featured texture, muted colors, and a classic English countryside print. These elements resonated with her, reminding her of the stylish home her grandparents had built. Adding pieces of nostalgia ties in a layer of depth to the look, making it inviting and personal.

@imchristinawonsbeck

Reminding me of my grandparents home, and I love it 🤎 #kitchenmakeover #peelandstick #rentalproperty #rentersfriendly #diyproject

♬ Audio on Jeansaudios – bobbyjean

The Dos and Don’ts of Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper

If you’re new to using peel-and-stick wallpaper, there are a few things to remember. The adhesive material is designed to stay put, so creating a detailed plan ahead of time is key. Once you’ve mapped out where to place the paper, you’ll need a few tools to ensure it applies properly. A level, sharp scissors, and a standard wallpaper smoother are the most important ones for achieving a professional look.